Jargon Buster

Understand property related jargon.

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1. IFA

   Independent Financial Advisor.

2. Individual savings account (ISA) mortgage

   An interest only mortgage linked to an Individual Savings Account fund, which is designed to pay off the loan at the end of the period.

3. Interest charges (mortgage)

   The charges that banks make on a loan, calculated as a percentage of the amount borrowed.

4. Interest-only mortgage

   There are 2 types of mortgage, interest-only or capital repayment. Interest-only mortgage stays the same throughout the mortgage term. Interest and a premium to an investment vehicle are paid monthly. At the end of the term, the proceeds from the investment vehicle are intended to repay the mortgage. The amount will depend on the performance of the investment vehicle. If you choose an interest only mortgage you will be responsible for ensuring that you have sufficient funds available to repay your mortgage at the end of the term.

5. Inventory

   A list which describes the condition of furnishings and contents of a leased property at the commencement of the tenancy in order that any dilapidation during the tenancy can be identified.

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